Here’s why we Should Care About What Happens to the Euro
The Euro ranks second in the share of world GDP after the U.S., even as China is projected to overtake the Euro by 2023. At first glance, this might seem trivial as over 65% of global trade is invoiced in dollars.
Irregularity of Wages and Company Performance
Introduction
Work performance is the result of the organization of production and the coordination of the actions of the individuals involved (Williamson, 1993; Ménard, 1997...
The Effectiveness of AfCFTA Rules of Origin as a Build-up from Different Existing RECs...
With the desire to have a united Africa emanating from the Abuja Treaty (1991) and Lagos Platform of Action (1980), the heads of state...
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In Cameroon, the prevalence of poverty remains higher in rural areas (66%) than in urban areas (7%) (BUCREP, 2021). Women represent the poorest portion...
How will Africa Finance its Post-COVID Recovery?
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The Populists are Right – How the Franc CFA Impoverishes Africa
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Chinese Influx in Cameroon’s Informal Sector
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The African Continental Free Trade Area: A boon for the “Africa We Want” by...
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Oil prices have plummeted as...
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